Tool Design Engineer: Fixtures & Process Improvement

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. seeks a Tool Designer to join the West Bend plant.

Reporting to the Tool Room Manager, you will design production tooling for components per customer specs and support continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include evaluating processes, providing solid modeling support, coordinating with tool makers, reviewing ECNs, maintaining tooling records, and upholding Quality and Safety policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Design or 5 years practical tool design experience.
• Journeyman tool and die certification is a plus.
• Proficient blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with manual and robotic welding.
• Solid modeling experience with Pro-Engineer or Creo (2+ years).

Responsibilities

• Design tools to make components per customer specifications (arc weld fixtures, machine fixtures, assembly tooling).
• Evaluate current production processes for improvements and design tooling to support those improvements.
• Provide solid modeling support to tool makers as required.
• Collaborate with tool makers during tool build or modification.
• Review ECNs for tool modification requirements and maintain tooling records.
• Assign tool numbers to jobs and participate in project meetings.
• Adhere to Quality Policy and training procedures; follow safety rules and keep work area clean.
• Perform other tool room related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality orientation

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Design or 5 years practical experience in tool and die or tool design

Tools

Pro-Engineer/Creo

Machining equipment

Job description

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. seeks a Tool Designer to join the West Bend plant.

Reporting to the Tool Room Manager, you will design production tooling for components per customer specs and support continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include evaluating processes, providing solid modeling support, coordinating with tool makers, reviewing ECNs, maintaining tooling records, and upholding Quality and Safety policies.